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So I am a complete noob when it comes to rooting Android. I have a Mele M5 tv box running Android 4.2.2 and Allwinner A20. Trying to root it using super one click and a couple others, but my PC will not see the tv box via the USB port. I understand I need an ADB driver, but cannot find one for this device. All I really want to do is to be able to install and run Google Play and install some apps. I'd really appreciate being pointed in the right direction to get this box rooted. Thanks.
jeffm44 said:
So I am a complete noob when it comes to rooting Android. I have a Mele M5 tv box running Android 4.2.2 and Allwinner A20. Trying to root it using super one click and a couple others, but my PC will not see the tv box via the USB port. I understand I need an ADB driver, but cannot find one for this device. All I really want to do is to be able to install and run Google Play and install some apps. I'd really appreciate being pointed in the right direction to get this box rooted. Thanks.
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Got it directly from Mele, this firmware is for Int'l market with Google Play and no bloatware.
Download link for A20 Ver 1.3.1 dual core with Google Play:
http://www.4shared.com/rar/By9pytX9/M5_Updated_software_0730.html
compatible with below MeLE models:
M3 (A100 Dual Core) , M5, M6
For root, just install the apk below and it's good to go
vennstrom said:
Got it directly from Mele, this firmware is for Int'l market with Google Play and no bloatware.
Download link for A20 Ver 1.3.1 dual core with Google Play:
compatible with below MeLE models:
M3 (A100 Dual Core) , M5, M6
For root, just install the apk below and it's good to go
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Thanks for the reply. To update the firmware, do I save it on an SD card, then boot with the SD card installed? Do I need to root the box before I install the new firmware? Thanks again!
jeffm44 said:
Thanks for the reply. To update the firmware, do I save it on an SD card, then boot with the SD card installed? Do I need to root the box before I install the new firmware? Thanks again!
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Ignore my last post. I downloaded and unzipped the file and found all of the image files, utilities, and instructions for a successful firmware update. Just installed Hulu Plus from Google Play and watching reruns of Family Guy. I had emailed Mele a few times for the firmware update but never received a response. Working perfectly now, so thanks again! I did not run the apk to root the unit since it is doing all that I need so far. Is there any reason I should consider rooting this? Thanks again for your help.
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Ignore my last post. I downloaded and unzipped the file and found all of the image files, utilities, and instructions for a successful firmware update. Just installed Hulu Plus from Google Play and watching reruns of Family Guy. I had emailed Mele a few times for the firmware update but never received a response. Working perfectly now, so thanks again! I did not run the apk to root the unit since it is doing all that I need so far. Is there any reason I should consider rooting this? Thanks again for your help.
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Yeah, I've emailed them and got no reply...but I've contacted every single mele contact on the net and finally I managed to get a reply from one of them.
I bought a chinese version A100 dual core (technically an M3), it's kinda annoying if it doesn't come with play store and there's no where on the net you can get it, managed to root it, install gapps, removing bloatware and some mods to make it vanilla but it just doesn't feel right.
at least, we have it now
For root, I think it's already have the vulnerable recovery, so no need to do anything, just install the root apps and it's good to go if you need to.
PS.
If you have no reason to root then you don't have to. I need root for certain apps that requires it.
One more problem. Video playback is fine using the HDMI outputs. But when using the AV jacks on the back, the video locks up, and there is no sound. Have you seen this problem also? I did run the audio patch but that did not help.
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One more problem. Video playback is fine using the HDMI outputs. But when using the AV jacks on the back, the video locks up, and there is no sound. Have you seen this problem also? I did run the audio patch but that did not help.
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not yet tested as I mainly use HDMI, I think the audio patch is only for HDMI.
mele m5 firmware upgrade question
Hi,
I ve just downloaded the firware mentioned in this topic, burned to the memory card, and started upgrading the firmware of my mele m5.
C, Remove the power adapter from media player
D, Plug the SD card to media player;
E,Use tweezers or other metal tools to press the key”RECOVER” of the box(As shown in picture where marked yellow)
F, And Connect Power again, wait until the light is off
At this point I still pressing the recover button with a tool since 10 minutes or more, but the light still NOT off!
How many minutes I must press this?
Thanx
jeffm44 said:
Ignore my last post. I downloaded and unzipped the file and found all of the image files, utilities, and instructions for a successful firmware update. Just installed Hulu Plus from Google Play and watching reruns of Family Guy. I had emailed Mele a few times for the firmware update but never received a response. Working perfectly now, so thanks again! I did not run the apk to root the unit since it is doing all that I need so far. Is there any reason I should consider rooting this? Thanks again for your help.
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Mele M5 internals
Hi guys,
I'm thinking to buy Mele M5, but as I hack on the kernel it should be frienly in this respect. Have you looked inside the case? Does it have UART connector? Can you maybe post some high resolution images of the board? Feel free to create a page on linux-sunxi wiki, similar to linux-sunxi . org/Mele_A1000
Thanks,
Arokux
Does the new firmware work?
jeffm44 said:
One more problem. Video playback is fine using the HDMI outputs. But when using the AV jacks on the back, the video locks up, and there is no sound. Have you seen this problem also? I did run the audio patch but that did not help.
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Were you able to get the new firmware to work? I don't want to upgrade if it kills the audio and causes video to lock up when using the AV cables... Thanks!!
jimrin said:
Were you able to get the new firmware to work? I don't want to upgrade if it kills the audio and causes video to lock up when using the AV cables... Thanks!!
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I haven't had much time to work on it, but still have problems with video from the AV jacks. Not sure if there is a display setting that has to be changed. It is interesting that if I start a video using the HDMI output to a PC monitor, then switch to the AV jacks, then the video plays correctly. I was thinking of going back to the original firmware, but then I cannot use the Google Play Store.
What version do you have?
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I haven't had much time to work on it, but still have problems with video from the AV jacks. Not sure if there is a display setting that has to be changed. It is interesting that if I start a video using the HDMI output to a PC monitor, then switch to the AV jacks, then the video plays correctly. I was thinking of going back to the original firmware, but then I cannot use the Google Play Store.
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I just received my M3 box and it has V1.1.1. It's running on Android 4.2.2 and it does have the Google Play Store. (Oh, I notice it is "Build" 1.1.1 and firmware version v0.82.)
How can you go back to the original firmware?
Just as a tip. I don't know if it would work. Couldn't you use an app like Titanium Backup to make a backup of Google Play Store, go back to the original firmware, and then have Titanium Backup reinstall it?
Oh, and have you tried VGA out? Unfortunately, no matter what "display mode" I select, it only displays in 1280x720. I downloaded an app which displays the screen resolution and even after trying to change the screen resolution, the app always reports 1280x720. Since my monitor is 1280x1024, it makes the image look very distorted... Just wondering if you have any better luck. I guess I could always buy a new 16:9 monitor...
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I just received my M3 box and it has V1.1.1. It's running on Android 4.2.2 and it does have the Google Play Store. (Oh, I notice it is "Build" 1.1.1 and firmware version v0.82.)
How can you go back to the original firmware?
Just as a tip. I don't know if it would work. Couldn't you use an app like Titanium Backup to make a backup of Google Play Store, go back to the original firmware, and then have Titanium Backup reinstall it?
Oh, and have you tried VGA out? Unfortunately, no matter what "display mode" I select, it only displays in 1280x720. I downloaded an app which displays the screen resolution and even after trying to change the screen resolution, the app always reports 1280x720. Since my monitor is 1280x1024, it makes the image look very distorted... Just wondering if you have any better luck. I guess I could always buy a new 16:9 monitor...
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Depending on where you purchased your Mele box, it may have come with the English Language firmware that has Google Play already installed. Mine came with the original Chinese firmware which did not have Play. I installed Play on it, but it never worked.
VGA out? My box only has HDMI and AV outputs. I've used it on my Samsung 24 inch wide monitor (I assume it is 16:9) and it works great. The AV outputs work well also when using it for text based output or still images, but video locks up. Thinking it may be time to trade in that old picture tube TV for a new 40" flat screen with HDMI inputs. That will solve all of my problems.
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Depending on where you purchased your Mele box, it may have come with the English Language firmware that has Google Play already installed. Mine came with the original Chinese firmware which did not have Play. I installed Play on it, but it never worked.
VGA out? My box only has HDMI and AV outputs. I've used it on my Samsung 24 inch wide monitor (I assume it is 16:9) and it works great. The AV outputs work well also when using it for text based output or still images, but video locks up. Thinking it may be time to trade in that old picture tube TV for a new 40" flat screen with HDMI inputs. That will solve all of my problems.
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Ack, sorry, you did say you have an M5 which comes without a VGA out. I have the M3 which I bought specifically for the VGA out, but so far, am OOL with being able to use it... I would assume that the firmware is still being supported since it is a recent update, perhaps you'd be able to get some assistance from Mele's forum? http://forum.mele.cn:81/viewforum.php?f=15
mirror please...........
vennstrom said:
Got it directly from Mele, this firmware is for Int'l market with Google Play and no bloatware.
Download link for A20 Ver 1.3.1 dual core with Google Play:
http://www.4shared.com/rar/By9pytX9/M5_Updated_software_0730.html
compatible with below MeLE models:
M3 (A100 Dual Core) , M5, M6
For root, just install the apk below and it's good to go
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can someone kindly upload them to another hosting site please prefferbly mega.co.nz/depositfile.
my isp block several hosting site
thank you in advance
Rooting Playstaq Tv Box Android 4.0.4
HI I have same problem with jeffm44, Vodoke Playstaq which I wanted to root but my PC won't recognized my device. and my device dont have a reset button to by pass. is there any way that I can root it VIA Booting on the SD card or Change the Firmware to view and used my apps, because it is locked by the provider. Pls. Advised, Thank you
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Got it directly from Mele, this firmware is for Int'l market with Google Play and no bloatware.
Download link for A20 Ver 1.3.1 dual core with Google Play:
http://www.4shared.com/rar/By9pytX9/M5_Updated_software_0730.html
compatible with below MeLE models:
M3 (A100 Dual Core) , M5, M6
For root, just install the apk below and it's good to go
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Well, my Mele M3/A100 dual core ended up in some type of boot loop. It never gets off of the green Android splash screen... So with nothing to lose, I loaded new firmware. Since the one on the Mele website is for the A31, I loaded this one... And success! It works again!
However, only works once... When I boot up the machine again, I see the small blue Android for about a second, then the green Android splash screen again and it never gets off of that screen.
I can reload the firmware again and it works again, but uh, I don't want to load new firmware every time I turn the device on... Any ideas what I can do? Maybe something did not get overwritten by the new firmware which is causing the problem?
Update: Duh... Start up mode is for booting from SD card...? Somehow I missed that. I was able to reload new firmware from Mele forum by using Product mode. Now have a working Mele box again. Also, it does come rooted, so by installing SuperSU from Play Store, I was able to get root access (although initially, it didn't recognize root, so not sure what I needed to do, but it's working now).
I have noticed though if I try to use an external SD card (for extra storage), if I leave the external SD card in the device, and then turn on, it doesn't boot up at all. Just a blank screen. Sigh... Seems to make using an SD card less usable when you only can insert it after the device is on...? Or is there something wrong in set up or SD card? (Yes, I reformatted the SD card...)
anyone know how to downgrade firmware on fire tv remote, i updated to latest and now lost features of it
can anyone even tell me were the remote firmware is located
what features did you loose.? I have the latest firmware and it still works with xbmc keymaps
paul.savo said:
anyone know how to downgrade firmware on fire tv remote, i updated to latest and now lost features of it
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paul.savo said:
can anyone even tell me were the remote firmware is located
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I think you upgrade FirmWare to 51.1.3.0_513011820 & your remote is not at 100%. That is because you have to do the following after a FW update to also update the remote.
http://www.aftvnews.com/how-to-update-the-amazon-fire-tv-voice-remote-or-game-controller-software/
If not please explain if the lost features are only related to XBCM or ???
no not related to xbmc, actually related to the fire tv itself, i can no longer search for anything, within ftv, it does not recognise that i am searching
paul.savo said:
no not related to xbmc, actually related to the fire tv itself, i can no longer search for anything, within ftv, it does not recognise that i am searching
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So it sound like you upgraded the firmware. You don't need to downgrade. Just follow the guide I posted above to update the FTV remote to match the latest FW & everything should go back to normal.
FTV controllers are known to loose functions after a FW upgrade until you also upgrade the remotes software to the new revision the new FW brought with it. Very easy to do. Just an extra step of FW upgrading.
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i thought that was what i did, i went to the settings picked controller, it gave me an update firmware and i selected it and downloaded but since then i had the problems, i now now longer have thr option to update again as it believes it is up to date, any ideas? i have a 2nd ftv, would it be pissible to copy any folders from it across?
paul.savo said:
i thought that was what i did, i went to the settings picked controller, it gave me an update firmware and i selected it and downloaded but since then i had the problems, i now now longer have thr option to update again as it believes it is up to date, any ideas? i have a 2nd ftv, would it be pissible to copy any folders from it across?
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That would probably be to complicated...
What Software version (prerooted or stock) is your FireTV @ ?
What Software version is your Remote @ ?
Is you FireTV routed ?
Do you have CWM Recovery installed ?
Will need that info to see what options you have... Could be a bad FW flash.
im just in work so dont have details to hand., fire tv is rooted, i have cwm,
paul.savo said:
im just in work so dont have details to hand., fire tv is rooted, i have cwm,
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Are you using the pre-rooted FW ?
Also how did you get the new FW to CWM for flashing ? Push to cache (can give problems) or Sideloaded using one of the apss to SDCard & then flashed it from CWM ?
to be honest im not sure i bought it fully rooted with latest firmware and all xbmc/apps installed
paul.savo said:
to be honest im not sure i bought it fully rooted with latest firmware and all xbmc/apps installed
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So there was a pending update only for the remote which you accepted ?? Did you see the "FireTV Remote update is complete" image ?
http://www.aftvnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/controllerupdate-09.jpg
Did you power cycled the FTV for 20 seconds (Unplug, wait 20 sec & replug it back in) afterwards ? Are you having only voice search problems or text search problems too ?? Try to give a much info as possible.
It's better to do the soft reboot = simultaneously holding down the “Select” and “Play” buttons on the remote for a few seconds until it reboots. ( http://www.aftvnews.com/how-to-safely-reboot-and-restart-the-amazon-fire-tv/ )
yes i only updated the remote
i followed the procedure in http://www.aftvnews.com/how-to-update-the-amazon-fire-tv-voice-remote-or-game-controller-software/
i may have made a mistake im not sure but it appeared as though it updated as stated in guide.
both voice and text are affected, eg. if i type or say a movie "batman begins" as i type it recognises it and below were i type will be batman begins but when i select it, i then get a return saying somthing like no results returned, but when i do this on my other ftv which i did not update remote it will take me to amazon store and find movie/tv show/music that i searched for
just re your last, i did now power cycle off for 20seconds
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just re your last, i did now power cycle off for 20seconds
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Result of he power cycle ??
What version is the remote showing as ??
i gbink its the latest im not at device now im in work ( how can i check? does it show in settings?)
paul.savo said:
i gbink its the latest im not at device now im in work ( how can i check? does it show in settings?)
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Thought you where at device since you just mention doing the 20 sec power cycle. Another way to reboot is simultaneously holding down the “Select” and “Play” buttons on the remote for a few seconds.
Yes version shows in the settings...
http://www.aftvnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/controllerupdate-04.png
You can also unpair it and re-pair it (pair = connected to the FTV)
Well no point of continuing to guess around. Post back once you are @ device.
ok thanks, sorry if u thought was at device, i meant when i updated it i did not power off for 20secs, will post version later
paul.savo said:
ok thanks, sorry if u thought was at device, i meant when i updated it i did not power off for 20secs, will post version later
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When you get home DON'T do the unplug thing. Just do the simultaneously holding down the “Select” and “Play” buttons on the remote for a few seconds until it reboots. Let it finish rebooting & then check search again.
http://www.aftvnews.com/how-to-safely-reboot-and-restart-the-amazon-fire-tv/
does not appear to be remote but device itself, the updated remote works fine on new ftv but when i put the new remote on old ftv i have same issue, both remotes on diff firmware, 349/352
.do you know were search folder located in root menu on device and i could replace with new ftv
Last summer I had my Fire TV rooted and set up with Xposed to fake Wifi access so that I could use my Xfinity app via ethernet. Previous to that I was using FOX-FI and my phone as a Wifi hotspot but Metropcs blocked the ability to do so.
All was well until the unit started turning itself off a few months ago. I was sent a replacement that I believe was a refurbishment and it NEVER updates (i.e. never updated to the Prime option on the left side of the menu) -- which would be great except I haven't been able to root it (most likely it's unrootable). Now I have a 3rd one and I just need to know how I can run my Xfinity TV GO app on it (after it's sideloaded) without having to use WIFI. Also, where is the list of serial numbers or whatever it is that allows one to know if the box can be rooted?
Thanks in advance.
The newest version of Xfinity Go does work over ethernet. I do have a lot of buffering issues when trying to watch on demand video though.
Aobeta said:
The newest version of Xfinity Go does work over ethernet. I do have a lot of buffering issues when trying to watch on demand video though.
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Really? I'll download the new app then sideload it to see if I'm still being told to connect via Wifi. I'll update later.
I'm getting the errror message "Sorry ,we are experiencing some difficulties. You can continue using the app, but not all areas may be working." What do you think the problem might be? I searched for this particular error but only viewed unanswered questions.
And when I went to 'Bookmarked' This popped up:
"An unknown error occurred during this request. Please try again.
Instantiation of [simple type, class com.xfinity.playerlib.model.tags.Network] value failed: Invalid int: """
Are you sure you have the newest version? Its at version 2.4.2. When I tried an older version, I would get that error about experiencing difficulties. But the new one works fine. And you should get a popup about it working with mobile data the first time you open it.
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Are you sure you have the newest version? Its at version 2.4.2. When I tried an older version, I would get that error about experiencing difficulties. But the new one works fine. And you should get a popup about it working with mobile data the first time you open it.
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Yep. I went and downloaded the lastest from Google Play after typing my response. This one:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.xfinity.playnow
Hmm, did you get the popup about mobile data now working at least? I have no clue why it wouldnt work for you unless you are on an old version.
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Hmm, did you get the popup about mobile data now working at least? I have no clue why it wouldnt work for you unless you are on an old version.
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It's still not working. I included the link to the version I installed today. So, I'm not sure what the problem could be. There's a version of Xfinity for X1? users with cloud that I don't believe applies to my account. I've retried it a few times now and it shows the same message
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It's still not working. I included the link to the version I installed today. So, I'm not sure what the problem could be. There's a version of Xfinity for X1? users with cloud that I don't believe applies to my account. I've retried it a few times now and it shows the same message
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If you don't see that mobile data popup then you likely do not have the newest version. Downloading from play store may not always get you the newest version because the version it lets you download is based on what device you download it from. Google "xfinity go apk 2.4.2" and find it that way and make sure you are downloading version 2.4.2.002. If that doesn't work, I have no more advice for you because I have no clue what the issue is.
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If you don't see that mobile data popup then you likely do not have the newest version. Downloading from play store may not always get you the newest version because the version it lets you download is based on what device you download it from. Google "xfinity go apk 2.4.2" and find it that way and make sure you are downloading version 2.4.2.002. If that doesn't work, I have no more advice for you because I have no clue what the issue is.
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I tried installing that same file on the older rootable device that won't update and the new non-rootable one and it's the same "experiencing difficulties" error. I was able to navigate to the 'Live' streaming area and when clicked to view a channel I got the "No Wi-Fi Connection. You must be on Wif-Fi to stream video content." pop-up. So, that's the true issue --- this version isn't ethernet compatible. I also tried to google for that apk and there were only a few sites that didn't seem to be safe. Would you be able to upload the apk that you have working via Ethernet?
https://www.dropbox.com/s/7arau0nbu67vbud/XFINITY_TV_Go.apk?dl=0
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https://www.dropbox.com/s/7arau0nbu67vbud/XFINITY_TV_Go.apk?dl=0
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Thanks.
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Thanks.
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Could either one of you please send me that file? The dropbox link is dead.
Thanks In Advance
jhawk757 said:
Could either one of you please send me that file? The dropbox link is dead.
Thanks In Advance
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Hi. My Matepad is BAH3-L09 and I was not able to install Google Play on it as I keep receiving "LZPlay not support" in Chinese language. I tried several top instructions on YouTube, but none works. Anyone managed to install it on your Matepad?
Same Problem here, BAH3-W09
fonetech just posted a new video. maybe it can help you guys?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wxqEZMX6Kl8
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fonetech just posted a new video. maybe it can help you guys?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wxqEZMX6Kl8
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Unfortunately the lila g app itself doesn't work on the Matepad 10.4 version.
So no luck with those "install on every device" videos.
Seems to be the same with the P40 Lite 5G model
Here is a screenshot of the error:
Dr. Light said:
fonetech just posted a new video. maybe it can help you guys?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wxqEZMX6Kl8
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I just tried and the LZPlay does not work.
vichet007 said:
I just tried and the LZPlay does not work.
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Fischmaster said:
Same Problem here, BAH3-W09
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You have to use an older backup app. take a look at this video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6TnuamFAp8g
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You have to use an older backup app. take a look at this video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6TnuamFAp8g
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Unfortunately we are not talking about the "May Backup App Error".
I tried that already.
Please take a look at the pictures added to this post.
First one is our problem, the second picture the may error.
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Unfortunately we are not talking about the "May Backup App Error".
I tried that already.
Please take a look at the pictures added to this post.
First one is our problem, the second picture the may error.
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Hope any solution. I have a Mediapad M6 and I could install it. And I want to update my Mate 10 with Mate 40 pro...but I would like to have the option of install GMS
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Hope any solution. I have a Mediapad M6 and I could install it. And I want to update my Mate 10 with Mate 40 pro...but I would like to have the option of install GMS
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I hope so, too.
Don't know yet, why it is not supported.
At the moment you can't really find anything about it on the internet.
I've got Gapps installed on my P40 Pro. For a mobile phone, I think it is required.
On the tablet however, i think its more a nice to have than really necessary.
Furthermore, I wrote to Amazon Video, Netflix and Disney+ support and all of them said that "they are working on it"
So fingers crossed that HQ Streaming of those services will be available.
Although Disney+ does Stream in 1080p without Widvine L1.
Edit: Found an article about the problem. https://www.justandroid.net/2020/07...ernative-solutions-also-affects-matepad-10-4/
I'm having the same issue installing on Matepad 10.4 WiFi (BAH3 W09). No method works, LZplay (G icon app) always gives the error button on opening and cant go any further. Tried replacing 'backup' app exactly as directed in a couple of videos, no luck.
Anyone got Google 7&Play to install on this model?
Looking into this I would guess Huawei have removed the 'stubs' in the system firmware that allowed the LZplay app to work in the first place (and allowed it to install the required stuff as system apps). If newer devices are being rolled out without those 'stubs' then we are out of luck as far any LZplay method goes.
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Looking into this I would guess Huawei have removed the 'stubs' in the system firmware that allowed the LZplay app to work in the first place (and allowed it to install the required stuff as system apps). If newer devices are being rolled out without those 'stubs' then we are out of luck as far any LZplay method goes.
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I don't really know what the function of the "stubs" file is, but if it is removed, is it possible to add it back and then install LZPlay?
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I don't really know what the function of the "stubs" file is, but if it is removed, is it possible to add it back and then install LZPlay?
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Actually, it isn't 'stubs', I got that wrong. It's an undocumented API that existed in the firmware/ROM that allows LZplay to install the google stuff as system apps (and they need that to work). If they have removed that API from affected models, and it looks like many new ones might be in the same boat going forward, then I cant see any way of a user restoring it.
If that is the case then the only way to get GMS/Play etc will be a new non LZPlay method (that seems unlikely given the system access required) or if the ban gets lifted and Huawei add it back in future firmware updates (not sure how likely that would be either). A shame, as this is a very nice tablet otherwise.
Another thing to note is this doesn't have a gyroscope either, though the spec sheets wrongly say it does.
I've only just got my Matepad 10.4 from the Huawei UK store, so I'm seriously thinking of sending it back in the 14 day window. I could live without GMS/Play, but it is annoying.
Just one workaround - you can install VMOS virtual machine. It is not perfect - they have just Android 5.1 and 7.1 images and of course you have to start the application, but it works.
Between the AppGallery and the VMOS I have all I need. And the Trump's stupid trade war just allowed me to get the top tablet cheaper than Huawei would sell it otherwise. Every cloud has a silver lining.
And one more solution - HiSuite enables (as of today, not sure for how long) to downgrade firmware. And LZPlay works on the older firmware.
Of cause - the downgrade will delete all data on the tablet.
mirekluza said:
And one more solution - HiSuite enables (as of today, not sure for how long) to downgrade firmware. And LZPlay works on the older firmware.
Of cause - the downgrade will delete all data on the tablet.
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Ive no problem erasing everything, but are you sure it will work on an older firmware? Do you have a link to that info at all?
Pretty sure the firmware mine came loaded with ended with 115. LZPlay didn't work with that and I have let it update since then to the latest version. I think the first version made for this tablet ended in 108 (can't see an earlier revision in a google search). I assume that's what the first models in early April would have shipped with. If LZPlay has never worked with this model though downgrading wont be any help.
It worked for my tablet which I bought a few days ago, but I now realize I have LTE version - so different model.
Still I guess the LZPlay problem may be similar. LZPlay does not fully work anywhere anymore. Even when it works, it fails to do its work on its own and has to be helped by manually installing things. I used https://youtu.be/pdgGkHEe7V4 .
My experience: After getting the tablet I updated it to the newest firmware and then tried to install GP. Bad luck. No device admin request from LZPlay, just small popup with two buttons in Chinese. I guess Huawei removed the API as written above. After downgrade through Hisuite (4.6GB download), LZPlay "worked" (it asked to be device admin and shown screen where it would have downloaded GP things if it had worked properly - though the downloads failed - I think that is normal). Then I went according to the describtion which was under the YouTube video. I had to redo installing of APKs twice (maybe I did not follow it perfectly first time) and I added Google account when starting Google Play Store (so not as described under that video), but it worked.
I was kind of confused by LZPlay for some time - the fact it fails to download etc is normal state of things. I guess it used to be one-click solution, but not any more. Still I guess that running it is essentiall to enable other steps to work.
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It worked for my tablet which I bought a few days ago, but I now realize I have LTE version - so different model.
Still I guess the LZPlay problem may be similar. LZPlay does not fully work anywhere anymore. Even when it works, it fails to do its work on its own and has to be helped by manually installing things. I used .
My experience: After getting the tablet I updated it to the newest firmware and then tried to install GP. Bad luck. No device admin request from LZPlay, just small popup with two buttons in Chinese. I guess Huawei removed the API as written above. After downgrade through Hisuite (4.6GB download), LZPlay "worked" (it asked to be device admin and shown screen where it would have downloaded GP things if it had worked properly - though the downloads failed - I think that is normal). Then I went according to the describtion which was under the YouTube video. I had to redo installing of APKs twice (maybe I did not follow it perfectly first time) and I added Google account when starting Google Play Store (so not as described under that video), but it worked.
I was kind of confused by LZPlay for some time - the fact it fails to download etc is normal state of things. I guess it used to be one-click solution, but not any more. Still I guess that running it is essentiall to enable other steps to work.
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and which version of firmware you have now? my tablet out of the box does not find new firmware versions
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and which version of firmware you have now? my tablet out of the box does not find new firmware versions
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I have the model MRX-AL09 with EMUI 10.0.1.177 - that is the downgraded version.
I was probably on 10.1.0.120 before - at least I think so, I did not write it down before downgrage
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I have the model MRX-AL09 with EMUI 10.0.1.177 - that is the downgraded version.
I was probably on 10.1.0.120 before - at least I think so, I did not write it down before downgrage
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yes, now i have 10.1.0.121.
Ok, I’ll save the data and try to roll back the firmware.
Have you tried updating your tablet to the latest version after installing google services?
Hi guys, so I recently bought a dasaita px6 max10 for my 10th gen civic. The first app that I installed was pandora but after it was installed the app did not work. I downloaded different launchers but still did not work. I updated to the latest firmware and MCU but didn't resolve the issue either.
same here, pandora wont load, i have tried numerous app versions with no success. it just freezes at the letter P loading screen.
also HBO max loads but when i try to play any show it just goes to a black screen .
What did the reseller suggest or say about it
I found a way to make it work. First, download Aptoide (the px6 is already rooted). Then search pandora in the aptoide appstore and download an older version. For me version 2006.2 works fine. Also, disable auto update apps from the play store and aptoide.
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I found a way to make it work. First, download Aptoide (the px6 is already rooted). Then search pandora in the aptoide appstore and download an older version. For me version 2006.2 works fine. Also, disable auto update apps from the play store and aptoide.
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well that actually worked! untill pandora fixes compatibility this is the workaround! thanks!
...I had similar issue with apps not launching. I resolved after moving app from sd card where it was installed by default to internal storage.